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Operation: Harsh Doorstop

Operation: Harsh Doorstop is the ultimate, free to play, tactical shooter sandbox. Play singleplayer, multiplayer, or co-op modes and explore thousands of community-created maps, weapons, and vehicles via the Steam Workshop. Created by developers of the cancelled Project Reality 2 project.

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February 15, 2023
3 years and 168 days ago
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Mostly Positive20,525 reviews77.4%

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About the Game

What is Operation: Harsh Doorstop?

Operation: Harsh Doorstop is the ultimate tactical sandbox that merges intense military combat with limitless creative potential. Taking inspiration from both classic military simulation and mod-friendly sandbox games, OHD creates a unique experience where authentic warfare meets community-driven content creation. Whether you're engaging in tactical combat or exploring player-created modifications, every session offers something new.

Combined arms warfare in Operation: Harsh Doorstop.

Tactical Combat

Experience warfare where strategy and teamwork define victory. Coordinate with your squad, utilize vehicles effectively, and engage in intense firefights across diverse battlefields. The combat system rewards tactical thinking and team coordination, creating intense moments where every decision impacts the flow of battle.

Deployed M240B laying down suppressing fire.

Fortification & Supply Systems

Adapt to the evolving battlefield with our dynamic fortification system. Establish defensive positions, create supply lines, and reinforce strategic locations with sandbags and tactical barriers. Your team's ability to secure and fortify key positions can turn the tide of battle.

Operation: Harsh Doorstop's dynamic construction system.

Battlefield Communication

Success depends on clear communication and coordination. Our integrated voice system enables:

  • Local voice chat for close-quarters coordination

  • Squad communications for tactical planning

  • Command channels for strategic operations

Unlimited Modding Potential

At its heart, Operation: Harsh Doorstop is a platform for creativity. Through comprehensive mod support and Steam Workshop integration, creators can build:

  • Custom factions and equipment

  • New vehicles and weapons

  • Original game modes

  • Total conversion mods

  • Unique worlds and scenarios

American armored logistics convoy.

Key Features

  • Authentic tactical combat with infantry and vehicle warfare

  • Dynamic fortification system

  • Integrated team communication tools

  • Multiplayer, co-op, and single-player modes

  • Comprehensive Steam Workshop support

  • Expansive battlefields

  • Community-driven content creation

  • Regular game updates

Step into the future of tactical gaming. Operation: Harsh Doorstop combines authentic military action with unlimited creative possibilities, offering an experience that grows with its community.